Meet ISABELLA! I am a beautiful one year old Landseer Newfoundland. Most people aren't familiar with my black and white coloring, which makes me rather unusual, but not necessarily rare. My breed has a rich history - in fact, one of my ancestors traveled with Lewis and Clark during their great American Expedition. Sometimes folks get confused when they see me and think I am a minature shetland pony! I can assure you - I am all dog....all 125 pounds of me.
Things I Have Learned from Humans: I have learned there are rules to follow and for good reason - not only to protect myself, but my family and friends. Since I am a bigger girl, it's always "safety first" by knowing my boundaries and remembering to be obedient and considerate at all times.
Things My Owner Has Learned from Me: Love is a two-way street, and you get out of any relationship (even a human-to-canine one!) what you put into it. Great dogs come from great owners - they are not simply born or bred that way. It takes hard work, time, education and dedication - but the payoff in the end far outweighs the effort.
Favorite Trick: Getting my own ice cubes from the refrigerator front door dispenser. It's just my height, and I use my snout to push the button whenever I want a cool treat. Other than that, I can speak on command, give high fives, and drop to the ground to roll over in a second flat!
Favorite Treat: Going on a walk with my Mom and Dad (it's actually my Mom's daily form of therapy). I am very food motivated, so it would take less time to list the treats I don't like - carrots and raw potatoes.
Make No Bones About It...I Am a Great Therapy Dog Because... Although I am not human, somehow I am able to understand the power of giving back. I will show you kindness, compassion and love without asking and without receiving anything in return. I am loyal and fun loving, but when my therapy dog vest goes on - I understand it's time to "get to work" and make a difference in the life of someone who needs it.
My Favorite Places to Visit: The Barber National Institute, Pleasant Ridge Manor Girard. My volunteer handler is named Pat.
When we succeed, you succeed. For a $50 donation, you can sponsor Isabella. Click here to see how!
Isabella is sponsored by Molly Dugan.
